Job and Volunteer Opportunities
Cycling Ambassadors Needed for Summer 2010
Mid-May to Mid-August
30 hours per week, $10.25 per hour
CYCLE Kingston is a local charity whose mandate is to provide cycling education and cycling skills training to encourage safe, healthy, community-friendly transportation choices in the City of Kingston
We are hiring Cycling Ambassadors to work together to promote cycling by organizing program activities and by participating in community events.
- 30-hour work week, no overtime pay
- flexible schedule, some evenings and weekends
- Mid-May to mid-August 2010 (possible extension, dependent on funding)
- $10.25 an hour
The role of a Cycling Ambassador
Encourage safe cycling in Kingston by:
- Modeling responsible bicycle use
- Providing cycling safety information to the community
- Teaching cycling skills to youth through a variety of educational programs both in and out of school settings
What we require of a Cycling Ambassador
- must successfully complete safe cycling training course during the first two weeks of work
- must be physically fit and able to perform duties outside, all day, in any weather
- must be ready and able to work a flexible schedule with some weekend and evening work
- must pass a police criminal record check (CPIC)
Skills a Cycling Ambassador must have
- ability to speak in an effective, engaging, and dynamic way to groups and individuals, including children and teenagers, in both informal and formal situations
- respect for people regardless of their background, income level, ethnicity, culture, age, disability, or sexual orientation
- strong ability to be self-motivated
- independent problem-solving skills
- ability to work cooperatively
- experienced cyclist willing to ride in any weather
Qualities that will be a positive addition to your application
- completion of certified safe cycling training
bike maintenance and repair experience
ability to work with computers – record keeping and report writing
experience communicating with the media
fluency in French
Application Deadline: April 12, 2010
To apply, please submit a resume and a cover letter briefly describing your cycling and public relations experience. Submit your cover letter and a resume by April 12, 2010 to:
Mail:
Cycle Kingston
P.O. Box 1002, Stn Main
Kingston, ON, K7L 4X8
By email:
info@cyclekingston.ca
Questions? Call Hal Cain at 613-548-3514 or send an email to info@cyclekingston.ca
Cycle Kingston, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and organization. Persons applying for this position will not be not discriminated against based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. All qualified individuals are invited to submit an application
Download the PDF or check out the listing at KEYS
Volunteer Opportunities with CYCLE Kingston!
We are currently looking for volunteers to help with 1) special events and 2) teaching cycling skills. We will offer free Traffic Cycling Skills training to all volunteers who wish to become instructors. Trained volunteer instructors will teach one-on-one skills to new cyclists and instruct classes to small groups. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact info@cyclekingston.ca or (613)453-0440.
About Cycle Kingston
Cycle Kingston is a grassroots, registered Canadian charity whose mandate is to promote and encourage cycling in Kingston through education and public outreach.
Our focus is on making cycling education available to as many people as possible by using different methods (such as courses, class presentations, media advertising, etc.) so that people will become empowered to learn to ride safely and more inclined to make the choice to cycle.
Membership
Cycle Kingston membership is just $5. By joining, you help us keep issues that matter to cyclists as part of the discussion on a growing and evolving Kingston.
It doesn't hurt that you also get some sweet savings at several great bike shops around town as part of he deal. See our Membership Page for more details.
Sponsors
Funding provided by:
Contact Cycle Kingston
Email: info@cyclekingston.ca
Cycle Kingston,
P.O. Box 1002 Stn. Main Kingston,
Kingston ON, K7L 4X8
Donations
CYCLE Kingston is a non-profit registered charity. Please consider making a donation to help with our cycling education and awareness campaigns. Follow the link below to make a donation.

